key word
noun
: a word that is a key: such as
a
usually keyword
: a significant word from a title or document used especially as an index to content
b
: a word exemplifying the meaning or value of a letter or symbol
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But with just a few key words at his press conference next week, Powell could still give investors hope that rate cuts are on the way sometime this year, sparking a stock market rally.
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Bywill Daniel, Fortune, 6 June 2024
Their website also offered some key words and phrases in Slovenian for their reference, though most of the country speaks English.
—Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 May 2024
Luxury is the key word: A report from Skyscanner says 44% of US adults are willing to travel short-haul to see their favorite acts live, but only 18% are willing to fly long-haul for the same reason.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune Europe, 5 June 2024
The line-up of performers and presenters for the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards is just about set, and the key word is collaboration.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 13 May 2024
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Bywill Daniel, Fortune, 6 June 2024
Their website also offered some key words and phrases in Slovenian for their reference, though most of the country speaks English.
—Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 May 2024
Luxury is the key word: A report from Skyscanner says 44% of US adults are willing to travel short-haul to see their favorite acts live, but only 18% are willing to fly long-haul for the same reason.
—Fortune Editors, Fortune Europe, 5 June 2024
The line-up of performers and presenters for the 2024 Academy of Country Music Awards is just about set, and the key word is collaboration.
—Paul Grein, Billboard, 13 May 2024
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“Key word.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/key%20word. Accessed 1 Jul. 2024.
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